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ELLO AND WELCOME to the October 2023 edition of Motor Trader.

The announcement of the winners of the annual MTA Queensland Industry Awards is just a few weeks away, and over the next two editions of Motor Trader we'll be taking a look at the finalists across the five business award categories, as well as the Apprentice of the Year category.

The business awards include the Community Award, Innovation award, Women In Industry Award, Small Business Award, and Large Business Award, and you can find out more about the finalists in those categories this month from page 14.

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the winners will be at MTA Queensland's Industry Award Dinner, to be held on the evening of November 11 at the W Brisbane hotel.

Earlier this month, MTAQ Queensland held another celebration, hosting its annual Auto Women dinner. The event saw over 100 women (and a few blokes too) in attendance - from apprentices to business owners - with everyone coming together to acknowledge the achievements of women in the automotive industry and to support the work of the Auto Women initiative - a program established by MTA Queensland to support women into the industry and through their careers. Find out more from page 20.

I hope you enjoy this month's edition, and if you have some news you'd like to share, get in touch and let me know. I look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers Jonathan Nash, Editor jonathann@mtaq.com.au

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Contents

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CELEBRATING WOMEN IN THE AUTO INDUSTRY AT THE 2023 AUTO WOMEN DINNER

04 FROM THE DESK OF MANAGEMENT 06 MTA Q&A: CAIRNS CUSTOMS AND CAR SOUND 14 FINALISTS REVEALED FOR THE 2023 MTA QUEENSLAND INDUSTRY AWARDS 20 FEATURE: CELEBRATING WOMEN IN THE AUTO INDUSTRY AT THE 2023 AUTO WOMEN DINNER 26 AUTO INNOVATION NEWS 32 CLASSIC CAR: TOYOTA 2000GT (1967-69) 38 AUTO NEWS 60 NEW VEHICLE SALES: SEPTEMBER 2023 62 WORKPLACE RELATIONS 65 MTA INSTITUTE NEWS 68 APPRENTICE OF THE MONTH: SEPTEMBER 2023 70 MTA INSTITUTE GRADUATES 74 CONCEPT CORNER 2 | Motor Trader October 2023

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FINALISTS REVEALED FOR THE 2023 MTA QUEENSLAND INDUSTRY AWARDS

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CLASSIC CAR: TOYOTA 2000GT (1967-69)

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CONCEPT CORNER: CUPRA DARKREBEL

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From the Desk of Management

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AST MONTH I mentioned the Electric Vehicle Business Transition Workshops that MTA Queensland is running across the state. Well, I am pleased to report that these ROD CAMM workshops have proven to be CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER a tremendous success, with MTA QUEENSLAND a large number of automotive businesses coming along to each workshop to begin the process of planning for their future!

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ast Friday night saw the second-ever Auto Women Dinner held at the Glen Hotel, with over 100 female apprentices, business owners, employees, KELLIE DEWAR and supporters coming DEPUTY CEO | GENERAL together for a fantastic MANAGER MEMBER SERVICES evening of networking and entertainment. I am delighted to have watched the Auto Women initiative continue to grow from strength to strength over the last two years, and I thank everyone who has gotten involved to this point and come along and supported our events.

. . . MTA QUEENSLAND, IN COLLABORATION WITH THE QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT, HAS DEVELOPED A RANGE OF SAFETY MICRO-CREDENTIALS – ONLINE SHORT COURSES . . . . . . ON THURSDAY, 16TH NOVEMBER, JOIN TV AND RADIO PRESENTER ERIN MOLAN ALONG WITH A PANEL OF With that underway, we must now turn our attention to safety and skills. There are numerous ways you, as a business PASSIONATE WOMEN FROM THE COLLISION INDUSTRY owner, can begin to upskill your entire workforce to prepare AT THE ‘FROM PASSION TO PANEL’ LUNCHTIME FORUM. for electric vehicles (EVs) as they start turning up in your workshop or business.

To help you start this journey, MTA Queensland, in collaboration with the Queensland Government, has developed a range of safety micro-credentials – online short courses – for electric light and heavy vehicles, and micro-mobility and outdoor power equipment. These short courses, which you can access HERE, are an ideal opportunity for staff - whether you’re an apprentice, salesperson, qualified tradesperson, or office worker - to develop an appreciation of EVs and how they work, all from the comfort of your own home.

For technicians, there are also nationally recognised accredited short courses for depowering and reinitialising hybrid and battery electric vehicles, as well as more in-depth skill set courses for inspecting and servicing EVs. When considering these courses, it is imperative that you look for quality. If these courses and programs are offered to you to be CLICK TO completed over a couple of hours, it VIEW BEV & HEV SHORT will not meet the mark for quality.

COURSE INFO Get involved and begin upskilling your workforce today!

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As we move into the final quarter of the year, there are a number of in-person and online events coming up that we are excited to bring to members in partnership with the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) as part of our ongoing effort to deliver the latest industry information and updates.

On Tuesday, 24th October, MTAA, in collaboration with HWL Ebsworth Lawyers, will be hosting an exclusive member briefing for members here at MTA Queensland on navigating regulatory changes around unfair contract terms. Members can register to attend in-person or online HERE. With large scale changes on the horizon, I implore all business owners to come along to ensure they are prepared!

Then, on Thursday, 16th November, join TV and radio presenter Erin Molan along with a panel of passionate women from the collision industry at the ‘From Passion to Panel’ lunchtime forum. This session will discuss how the industry can attract, retain, and CLICK TO VISIT THE lead staff, the mindset that sets leaders MTA QUEENSLAND apart and how they can prepare the next MEMBER BENEFITS PAGE generation for the field, and more.

I hope to see all of you there!

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Things you should know: As this advice has been prepared without considering your objectives, financial situation or needs, you should, before acting on the information, consider its appropriateness to your circumstances. A preferential merchant rate is an agreed rate with your association. Your association may receive a referral fee from Commonwealth Bank of Australia for each successful referral (excludes existing customers) on eligible Business Banking products and services. Referral Fees are not payable on referrals from existing relationship managed Commonwealth Bank customers.

1 A Business Transaction Account is required to settle your transactions, if you apply online through NetBank. You can choose to settle your transactions to an alternate account held with us or another financial service provider by calling our Merchant Sales team on 1800 730 554, any time after your application is finalised. ‘Same day’ includes all Visa and Mastercard sales before 5:30 pm (AEST) for online transactions and 9:30pm (AEST) for in store EFTPOS transactions. Amex, Diners and JCB card transactions are not eligible for Same Day Settlements.

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Waz Ziebell, owner of Cairns Customs and Car Sound

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Starting your own business can be similar to starting your own family - it takes years of gentle nurturing before they stand on their own two feet. Waz Ziebell has experience in both. With one small child and another on the way he is kept very busy as his business, Cairns Customs and Car Sound continues to grow. Motor Trader caught up with Waz to learn all about his business.

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IT SEEMS LIKE THE TEAM AT CAIRNS CUSTOMS AND CAR SOUND DO EVERYTHING. TELL US ABOUT THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ON OFFER IN YOUR WORKSHOP? WZ: Where do I start! We try to offer a

‘one-stop shop’ approach by covering all aspects of automotive electrical and mechanical diagnostics, servicing, repairs, calibrations and upgrades. To do this effectively, I’ve split my business over two separate workshops just metres apart.

One focuses on the mobile electronics, electrical, air conditioning and accessory fitting side of things, while the other focuses on mechanical, alignments, ADAS and insurance assessment portions of the business. We stock in-car entertainment systems, driver safety systems, immobilisers / alarms and security systems, dual battery

“WE TRY TO OFFER A ‘ONE-STOP SHOP’ APPROACH BY COVERING ALL ASPECTS OF AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL DIAGNOSTICS, SERVICING, REPAIRS, CALIBRATIONS AND UPGRADES” / solar / canopy fit-out components, lighting upgrades and much more.

YOUR BUSINESS IS WELL KNOWN IN CAIRNS AND FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND. HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN ESTABLISHED? WZ: For 10 years I have been working hard to build my brand and reputation locally.

We were at a different location when I first opened the doors almost 10 years

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MTA | Q&A ago and I was commuting in from the southern end of town each day losing valuable hours away from my family and my business. Purchasing this building was a great move to bring the two together allowing me to live and work close to the same location.

“WE HAVE THE BEST BUNCH OF AUTO SPARKIES, MECHANICS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE PROFESSIONALS IN THE REGION!”

WITH SUCH A BROAD SKILLSET IT CAN’T HAVE BEEN A NORMAL STORY TO GET YOU STARTED. WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND IN THE INDUSTRY? WZ: I started a school-based mechanical

WHO IS IN YOUR CURRENT TEAM? WZ: We have the best bunch of auto

apprenticeship in the late ’90s and have been involved in the industry ever since. I went out on my own nearly 10 years ago, specialising in mobile electronics and accessory fitting and have now expanded the business significantly. I’ve continued studying along the way and now have auto electrician, air conditioning and hybrid/EV qualifications under my belt.

ARE YOU STILL HANDS ON IN THE BUSINESS TODAY? WZ: Very much so. I’m still on the floor of

both shops and I am hands-on in the office.

You’ll usually find me carrying out electrical diagnostics / repairs or ADAS calibrations.

sparkies, mechanics and customer service professionals in the region!

My partner Kristen is in the office with Chantelle. Dan, Brock and Dylan join me on the tools in the workshop.

DO YOU SPONSOR ANY LOCAL MOTORSPORT AND INDIVIDUAL COMPETITORS? WHAT ROLE DOES IT PLAY IN YOUR MARKETING ACTIVITIES FOR THE BUSINESS? WZ: We get behind the local burnout scene, in particular a few of the grassroots competitors. While we do have a few stickers on cars, we’re in it to support the community, we don’t expect to win work from it.

Kristen, Waz, Dan, Brock and Chantelle from the Cairns Customs and Car Sound team

DO YOU OR YOUR STAFF ACTIVELY COMPETE IN MOTORSPORT? WZ: I don’t compete currently, but I would

like to build a track car in the future. One of my staff, Brock, is heavily involved in both speedway and burnout competitions.

HOW MUCH IMPORTANCE DO YOU PLACE ON SOCIAL MEDIA FOR YOUR BUSINESS? WZ: I placed a lot of importance on social media in the early days of the business.

It was 100 per cent of my advertising and was an excellent return on investment.

Nowadays, it has dialled back somewhat as the rest of the industry has caught up and the socials are saturated.

WHAT DO YOU SEE AS THE GREATEST ADVANCEMENT IN TECHNOLOGY FOR YOUR BUSINESS? WZ: The inclusion of ADAS repair and calibration as well as hybrid/EV repair to our business. Also, adding CNC to our

business, and preparing for 3D scanning, modelling and printing. Additionally, to a lesser extent, the shift away from pneumatic tools to almost exclusively using battery-powered tools.

DO YOU CONSIDER THAT THE ADVANCEMENTS IN ELECTRIC CARS WILL HAVE AN IMPACT ON YOUR BUSINESS? WZ: I guess it already has. Training has

already been undertaken by my staff and me, and we recently held a Hybrid/ EV training event for MTA Queensland at our new workshop. I feel once the warranty period expires on current hybrid and EVs, we (and the auto community) will see a great influx of work on these

vehicles. While we are all geared up to take on this future influx now, most of our current work on these vehicles is a steady trickle stemming from the collision repair industry, and aftermarket accessory areas (dash cams etc). The other immediate impact we’ve noticed is the withdrawal

“FIND A GOOD MENTOR AND ABSORB AS MUCH AS YOU CAN. LEARNING DOESN’T STOP WHEN YOU KNOCK OFF. LIVE AND BREATHE YOUR TRADE AND YOU’LL SUCCEED.”

of hybrid / EV information from some data suppliers which will no doubt effect future repair processes.

Learning doesn’t stop when you knock off. Live and breathe your trade and you’ll succeed.

WHAT HAS BEEN THE GREATEST BENEFIT OF YOUR MTA QUEENSLAND MEMBERSHIP? WZ: I first joined MTA Queensland about

WHAT ARE YOUR PLANS FOR THE NEXT FEW YEARS? WZ: From a pragmatic perspective in the

4-5 years ago. I really appreciate the diverse range of support membership offers me as a business owner and the growth opportunities MTA Queensland provides via their training.

WHAT ARE YOUR GREATEST CHALLENGES? WZ: Finding enough time in the day and

sourcing quality staff. It is great to be busy and a great team of staff make the business run smoothly but hiring great staff is about more than just skillsets. It is also about finding people who fit with your culture and are as invested in the success of the business as you are.

WHAT TRAINING DO YOU DO WITH STAFF? WZ: Staff and I attend local Autotech and

Valhalla training nights as well as TAT webinars whenever possible. We try to attend everything we can that is offered locally. Key staff and I have also attended MTA Institute hybrid and EV skillset training courses in the last 12 months.

WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A YOUNG YOU STARTING OUT IN THE INDUSTRY? WZ: Find a good mentor and absorb as much as you can.

business, if the immobiliser scheme being trialled in Cairns and TSV goes well, I see a lot more of them in the future. I am also in the process of getting my mod plate license so we can do that in-house as well.

We are seeing a huge opportunity to grow the ADAS diagnosis, repair and calibration portion of the business. Personally, I want to delve into 3D scanning, 3D printed and CNC machined parts. Finally, I want to complete a Cert IV or better in TAE so I can start giving back to the automotive community by teaching the next generation.

WHAT CARS DO YOU OWN? WZ: I’ve reduced the fleet of regos in recent years and now only have a newer model Toyota Hilux and my toy, a ’67 HR ute.

The ute is a project with big plans so stay tuned for a reveal one day soon.

WHAT DO YOU DO WITH YOUR SPARE TIME? WZ: Spare time? What’s that? I am building

my business and raising a family. Kristen and I moved into an apartment close to the workshop so I could be available for clients with odd drop-off and CLICK TO VISIT THE pick-up hours. We try to take a CAIRNS CUSTOMS holiday every so often but when & CAR SOUND WEBSITE we are in town we focus on building the business.

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UNFAIR CONTRACT TERMS MTAA MEMBER BRIEFING

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EY EFFECTS OF changes to the unfair contract terms regime are due to take place in November.

With this in mind, the Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA), in collaboration with HWL Ebsworth Lawyers, has organised five national briefings for members across the state to give attendees the opportunity to hear from Teresa Torcasio (Partner at HWL Ebsworth) about the new regime and ask any questions they may have.

MTA Queensland invites its members to attend an exclusive briefing being held at its head office in Eight Mile Plains, South Brisbane.

The briefing is to be held on Tuesday, 24th October, from 6.00pm to 8:30pm, and members can attend in person or online.

• Register online by clicking HERE. • If you cannot attend the Brisbane briefing, there are interstate registrations available HERE. A comprehensive guide – called Unfair

MTA QUEENSLAND INVITES ITS MEMBERS TO ATTEND AN EXCLUSIVE BRIEFING BEING HELD AT ITS HEAD OFFICE IN EIGHT MILE PLAINS, SOUTH BRISBANE. contract teams in the automotive industry: Everything you need to know – has been produced that lays out what unfair contract terms mean, how businesses can be taken advantage of, and what a business can do when they have identified unfair contract terms under the new legislation. The guide can be found by clicking HERE.

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TA QUEENSLAND HAS partnered with the Queensland Overseas Foundation (QOF) to offer automotive industry graduates the opportunity to travel and learn internationally through its Automotive Trade Scholarship.

The program provides up to $10,000 to assist high achieving 18-30 year old trainees, apprentices, and training graduates travel and work overseas in their chosen vocation for up to two years.

Applications are open. To find out more and to apply, click HERE. Applications close 31st October.

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HE MOTOR TRADES Association of Australia (MTAA) and its federation counterparts – including MTA Queensland – is holding a free, online event aimed at sharing knowledge, updates, and hot topics in the panel repair induatry.

Learn about business strategies and leadership models from women in automotive collision from a panel of passionate women leaders who will join TV and radio presenter Erin Molan to discuss topics including: • The ‘aha!’ moment that kickstarted their collision journey • How they attract, retain and lead staff • The mindset that sets leaders apart, and how they prepare the next generation • How women in leadership can inspire others to achieve greatness The From Passion to Panel event is FREE and is to be held online on 16th November, from 12 noon – 1pm.

To enjoy this event, register HERE.

LEARN ABOUT BUSINESS STRATEGIES AND LEADERSHIP MODELS FROM WOMEN IN AUTOMOTIVE COLLISION FROM A PANEL OF PASSIONATE WOMEN LEADERS WHO WILL JOIN TV AND RADIO PRESENTER ERIN MOLAN . . .

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HE FINALISTS HAVE been selected for the MTA Queensland 2023 Industry Awards, recognising the outstanding contributions of Queensland leading individuals and businesses from the automotive industry.

To be awarded at the MTA Queensland Industry Awards Gala, to be held this year on Saturday, 11th Rod Camm, MTA Queensland Group CEO November at the W Brisbane, the awards are a celebration of the success the automotive industry has achieved over the last 12 months. And with many member businesses leading the way in the pursuit of driving forward profess in the industry, the 2023 awards have been the most competitive yet.

This year, in addition to the longstanding categories of the Community Award, Women In Industry Award, and Innovation Award, two new categories “The Industry Awards are the signature have been introduced – the Small and event on the Queensland automotive Large Business Awards for Excellence calendar and serve as an incredibly – recognising businesses that have important evening for celebrating the truly gone above and beyond to deliver individuals and businesses who contribute excellence and customer satisfaction.

“THIS YEAR, I AM REALLY EXCITED THAT WE WILL GET THE CHANCE TO HONOUR THE BUSINESSES, BOTH LARGE AND SMALL, WHO HAVE STOOD OUT AS INDUSTRY LEADERS.”

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so heavily to the industry’s ongoing success,” said Rod Camm, MTA Queensland CEO. “The talent and dedication displayed by our member businesses over the last 12 months in the face of ongoing shortages, uncertain economic conditions, and unfortunate weather events have been inspiring and leaves me comfortable in knowing that our industry is in as good hands as ever before.

“This year, I am really excited that we will get the chance to honour the businesses, both large and small, who have stood out as industry leaders. I think it is important that we as an industry highlight those who are driving industry standards and delivering continued excellence, and I look forward to celebrating their achievements with them on the night!”

FINALISTS FOR THE COMMUNITY AWARD

Wheelnutz Garage (Brisbane) – Wheelnutz Garage offers an alternative pathway for people with a disability interested in learning about vehicle repair and restoration. Supporting individuals of all ages, the program has been designed to actively engage hands-on learning for people who require lifelong assistance with independence.

Alexander Body Works (Townsville) – Based in Townsville, Alexander Body Works is at the centre of community engagement in the region, supporting initiatives including the Queensland Government’s Deterring Drivers Program, the NRL’s Cowboys House, and NQ Employment.

Filby’s Motors (Proserpine) – Since 1965, Filby’s Motors has upheld their mission statement of ‘supporting the local community that supports the dealership’, supporting an extensive range of local fundraisers and community groups including CQ Rescue, Ronald McDonald House, Whitsunday Suicide Prevention, QCWA, and the Men’s Shed.

Filby’s Motors (Proserpine)

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FINALISTS FOR THE INNOVATION AWARD Benzina Zero (Brisbane) - Benzina Zero is at the forefront of innovation in the automotive space as a leading importer and distributor of electric first- and lastmile mopeds and scooters to more than 18 countries across Europe and Asia.

British Off-Road (Sunshine Coast) – A leader in the traditional Land Rover automotive industry, British Off-Road has launched an EV conversion business that specialises in converting classic Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles into fully electric marvels.

Benzina Zero (Brisbane), Innovation Award Finalist

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Sarfraz Ali Kyani (Brisbane) - As PhD Candidate from QUT, Sarfraz is exploring the topic of ‘recycling of automotive parts for additive manufacturing’, researching the landscape of the automotive industry to identify opportunities and obstacles for the establishment of sustainable business activities related recycling plastics.

FINALISTS FOR THE WOMEN IN INDUSTRY AWARD Chelsea Bowers (John Edwards Automotive, Geebung) - A recently qualified light vehicle mechanic, Chelsea is an active advocate for women in the automotive trade, regularly attending career and industry expos to share her story and inspire individuals of all ages to join the trade.

Hatice Hutchinson (All Car Engine Reconditioning Services, Yatala) – Hatice is the Owner of All Car Engine Reconditioning Services in Yatala. With over 25-years’ experience across the automotive landscape, Hatice has taken on the role of mentoring the countless young women that have come through her business over the years.

Siobhan Macdonald (Premium Diagnostic Equipment, Arundel) – A qualified mechanic by trade, Siobhan started her own business selling automotive tools back in 2020, which quickly took off and turned into a multi-million-dollar operation.

FINALISTS FOR THE SMALL BUSINESS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE Highfields The Garage Miami (Gold Coast), Small Business Award for Excellence Finalist Mechanical (Toowoomba) – With year-on-year programs, a Family First Policy, and growth since its introduction in 2007, a dedicated social media presence to Highfields Mechanical focuses heavily on create an inclusive workplace culture training and professional development that promotes growth. opportunities for all staff, while also R.H.D Classic Supplies and Services ensuring they are ahead of the curve when (Townsville) – Priding itself on inclusivity, it comes to innovation.

RHD Classic works hard to deliver an The Garage Miami (Gold Coast) – The inclusive work environment that supports Garage Miami has experienced remarkable all employees uniquely and ensures all business growth over the last five years, staff are on the same page, while also introducing several initiatives including supporting customers through regular maintenance and repair workshops. continuous professional development

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FINALISTS FOR THE LARGE BUSINESS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE AMA Group – AMA Group is a leader in the Australian collision repair industry, supported by a leading Australian distributor of vehicle collision parts.

Everything they do, they do with purpose, from delivering repairs to pre-accident condition to providing exceptional customer service to driving workforce growth and diversity.

Auto Parts Group – Auto Parts Group (APG) has revolutionised the spare parts experience through internal changes, implementing efficient processes and systems such as a Warehouse Management System and online portal, staff development opportunities and worklife balance initiatives to deliver growth and customer satisfaction.

McAully Group (Ipswich) – The McAully Group pride themselves on being true leaders in the automotive industry, working tirelessly to deliver excellence in service, training the next generation of panel beaters to the best they can be, and an inclusive work environment.

Auto Parts Group, Large Business Award for Excellence Finalist Westco Motors (Cairns) – Westco Motors strives to stay ahead of the curve by implementing innovative methods that promote increased business activity, from strategic digital marketing strategies to flexible work arrangements to community engagement initiatives that promote awareness of the services and products they offer.

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Event hosts and Auto Women Mentors (l-r) Kellie Dewar and Kathy Winkcup, the Deputy CEO and CFO of MTA Queensland

TA QUEENSLAND HELD its second Auto Women Dinner on October 6th, celebrating the success and contributions of women working across the automotive industry. A fantastic night of networking, live music, and delicious food, the Auto Women Dinner provided a great opportunity for guests to come together in a relaxed environment to catch up and have a good time. The event saw over 100 women (and male champions) in attendance, from apprentices to qualified technicians, and administrative assistants to business owners.

Bringing the event to life as hosts were Auto Women Mentors Kellie Dewar, the Deputy CEO of MTA Queensland, and Kathy Winkcup, the Association's CFO. Kellie and Kathy are just two of the eight-strong team of mentors recognised on the night for their efforts supporting the Auto Women initiative.

MTA Queensland extends its thanks to Andrea McCarthy (McCarthy Panel

“TONIGHT IS A SPECIAL CELEBRATION OF THE STRENGTH, RESILIENCE, AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF WOMEN IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY.” Works), Fionna Blackburne (Southeast Auto Mechanical), Gabrielle Clift (Triple Eight Racing), Hatice Hutchinson (All Car Engine Reconditioning Services), Leanna Tucker (MTA Queensland), and Sharine Milne (R.H.D Classic Supplies and Services).

“Tonight is a special celebration of the strength, resilience, and achievements of women in the automotive industry. This women’s networking dinner is not just an event, it is a testament to the incredible power of unity and collaboration among women,” said Kellie.

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together to support and empower one another," added Kathy. “It’s a wonderful reminder that regardless of our individual journeys, we share a common goal to uplift and inspire one another, and in doing so, create a brighter future for all women.”

Joining as a special guest speaker on the night was Siobhan Macdonald, Director of Premium Diagnostic Equipment Australia. After working tirelessly to prove herself both to customers and colleagues in the workplace, Siobhan was extremely excited to open her own automotive tools business in 2022, and now, at the age of just 28, her company has boomed in to a

Siobhan Macdonald from Premium Diagnostic Equipment Australia

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“IT’S NO SECRET THAT WOMEN ARE UNDERREPRESENTED IN OUR INDUSTRY... BUT WE ARE EXCITED TO SEE THE PERCENTAGE OF WOMEN IN MAINTENANCE AND LEADERSHIP ROLES INCREASING EVERYDAY.” multi-million dollar enterprise. Siobhan was awarded the Gold Coast’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2022 and is currently a finalist for MTA Queensland’s

Lily Blocksidge 2023 Women in Industry Award, with the winner to be announced in November.

Siobhan told the audience about how she entered the industry, why she started her own business, and provided some helpful tips to the business owners in the room on what has made her business so successful. Siobhan is just one of the many remarkable women showcasing what female leaders can achieve in the industry.

“Throughout history, women have left their mark on the automotive industry in countless ways - from inventors, engineers and designers to executives and leaders. It’s no secret that women

are underrepresented in our industry and we need to attract more, but we are excited to see the percentage of women in maintenance and leadership roles increasing everyday. Our own female apprentice enrolments grew by 43% over the last year,” said Kellie.

The second guest speaker who stole the show was Lily Blocksidge, recipient of Auto Women’s Round 1, 2023 Leading Edge Scholarship. Auto Women is committed to providing professional development opportunities for women working across the automotive industry and was thrilled to see Lily’s confidence soar after

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completing the course.

Lily is a fantastic example of the calibre of young females coming through, initially signing up for a school-based apprenticeship in 2019.

After graduating, she continued working as a trade assistant before commencing her light vehicle qualification, and now, at just 20 years old, she is nearing the final year of that training with Albany Creek Auto Centre.

The scholarships, funded by MTA Queensland, Spirit Super, and Women and Leadership Australia, provide a fantastic opportunity for professional growth and to date have assisted six women in progressing their careers, with two more to be announced later this month.

“Our work doesn’t end here. The journey towards gender equality is ongoing and there’s still much work to be done. We must continue to support one another, mentor the next generation, and advocate VIDEO: AUTO WOMEN 2023 REVIEW

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“LET’S DO EVERYTHING WE CAN TO SUPPORT WOMEN IN OUR INDUSTRY TO MEET THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AND HELP MAKE AUTO WOMEN 2024 BIGGER AND BETTER!” for positive change in our workplaces, communities, and beyond,” said Kellie Dewar. “Let’s do everything we can to support women in our industry to meet their full potential and help make Auto Women 2024 bigger and better!”

MTA Queensland welcomes the significant support of the event’s sponsors BUSY Sisters, Capricorn, and Spirit Super. The 2023 Auto Women Dinner was a tremendous evening, and the Association thanks its guests, friends, and sponsors for making it so memorable.

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DUCATI AND LAMBORGHINI COLLABORATE ON RIDER SAFETY COMMUNICATION

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UCATI HAS DEMONSTRATED a vehicle-to-vehicle communication system aimed at improving the safety of motorcyclists.

At a demonstration event organised by the Connected Motorcycle Consortium (CMC) - an international association of leading manufacturers of two-wheeled vehicles that aims to include motorbikes in the future of connected mobility – Ducati teamed up with Lamborghini to showcase this new technology, which uses displays and audio alerts to warn riders and drivers of danger.

Ducati says its research focused on the three critical and dangerous accident cases - those that place motorbikes in an obscured position in relation to oncoming cars or those that put motorcyclists in a situation where they don’t have visibility of what is happening in front of them. In these situations, communication between vehicles integrated with on-board sensors could help reduce the number of accidents.

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VIDEO: LAMBORGHINI & DUCATI: A NEW CONCEPT OF SAFETY

The cases demonstrated by Ducati and Lamborghini were IMA (Intersection Movement Assist), LTA (Left Turn Assist) and DNPW (Do Not Pass Warning).

IMA (Intersection Movement Assist) considers an intersection with reduced visibility where a motorbike on a busy road approaches an intersection where a car is arriving at the same time from a secondary road. To make this situation even more critical, Ducati opted to add a fixed obstacle to totally obscure the view of the motorbike from both the car driver and the car’s

auxiliary systems. In this case, a warning signal is displayed on the car dashboard alerting the motorist to the arrival of the motorbike, advising the driver to approach the intersection with extreme caution.

LTA (Left Turn Assist) relates to an intersection where both the car and motorbike are traveling on the main road but in opposite directions, and the car wants to turn left. In this case, the motorbike is less visible than the car, even through the auxiliary systems, and as soon

as the motorist turns on the blinkers when approaching the intersection, a warning signal for the motorbike is displayed.

DNPW (Do Not Pass Warning), is where a motorbike in a line of traffic wants to overtake a large vehicle in front of it which, in turn, has a car ahead of it that wants to make a left turn. This car is not visible to the motorcyclist. In this case, it is the motorcyclist that sees the warning as soon as the system detects that both the car and the motorbike have turned on their blinkers.

SURVEY SHOWS ADVANCED DRIVING FEATURES POPULAR WITH AUSTRALIANS

safety features over men. 37 per cent of women versus 27 per cent of men saw emergency braking as important, while 38 per cent of men versus 32 per cent of women saw a touchscreen as a “must have” feature.

While general tech such as Apple CarPlay/Android Auto was of most importance to 18-24s (50 per cent), it was less so among other groups with only 18 per cent of the over 65s stating the same.

Though we may be a long way from driverless cars, 22 per cent of Australians say they don’t trust and feel uncomfortable with new driving or autonomous tech, with 25 per cent saying they have some doubts and concerns. Only 9 per cent say they fully trust and feel comfortable with autonomous driving. 23 per cent said they were neutral about the tech.

26 per cent of 18-24s said they fully trust autonomous driving tech while only 8 per cent of 45-54s, 3 per cent of 55-64s, and 2 per cent of over 65s say the same.

A SURVEY OF 1000 Australian adults

by Savvy - one of Australia’s largest online financial brokers - has revealed that 52 per cent of respondents see autonomous parking features such as 360-degree cameras are their “must have” feature in a new car.

Other active safety measures Australians consider important in a car purchase are blind spot monitoring (50 per cent), emergency braking systems (32 per cent), adaptive cruise control (28 per cent), and lane change assist (18 per cent).

35 per cent of those surveyed said touchscreen displays were important, followed by Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration (34 per cent), and keyless entry and/or a dedicated smartphone app (31 per cent).

Women were more likely to choose

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DAIMLER RECORDS 1000KM FUEL-CELL TRUCK TRIP

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AIMLER TRUCK HAS demonstrated the possibilities of hydrogen fuel-cell technology for long-haul road transportation with the company’s Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck covering 1,047km on one tank of liquid hydrogen.

Powered by a cellcentric (a joint venture company between Daimler Truck and Volvo Group) fuel-cell system and equipped with a liquid hydrogen fuel tank set-up, the truck completed the run fully loaded with a gross combined vehicle weight of 40 tons under real-life conditions.

Daimler Truck says it prefers liquid hydrogen in the development of hydrogenbased drives. In this state, the company says the energy carrier has a significantly higher energy density in relation to volume compared to gaseous hydrogen.

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comparable performance of the vehicle with that of a conventional diesel truck.

The company has said that batteryelectric trucks are the ideal choice for distribution haulage as well as for longdistance haulage with regular deployment on plannable routes with suitable distances and charging options. However, hydrogen-based drives could be a better solution, especially for very flexible and particularly demanding deployments in heavy-duty transport and long-distance haulage. It adds that it is convinced that rapid and cost-optimised coverage of this energy demand can only be achieved with both technologies.

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MCLAREN BOSS SAYS EV TECH NOT YET THERE FOR ‘REAL’ ELECTRIC SUPERCARS

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N AN INTERVIEW with Bloomberg, McLaren Automotive CEO Michael Leiters said it will be some time before the supercar manufacturer will build a fully electric vehicle.

While its traditional competitors – such as Ferrari and Lamborghini – have announced their first all-electric models, and there are plenty of start-up performance car manufacturers on the all-electric journey, McLaren’s boss said the technology, at least for his company, was not quite there yet.

“Weight is super important, you need also the right range,” said Leiters in the interview. “. . . I don’t expect this technology to be ready for real supercars before the end of the decade.

“We do not want to do an electric car which weighs two tons and then has 2,000 horsepower. We have to come to the weight regions or areas where we are today

with 1,500kg and, especially for a McLaren, weight is in the core of our brand. We can’t afford to have a heavy car which is not nimble and the driver is not connected to the car when it goes to the curve or onto a track. This is crucial for us.”

McLaren has dipped its toe into the electrification of its cars. The company’s current Artura model is a hybrid and, back in 2013, its P1 hybrid supercar formed one part of what became known as the ‘holy trinity’ – a group of super-powerful hybrid supercars that all appeared at around the same time and which included the Ferrari La Ferrari and the Porsche 918.

View the full interview here.

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AMPOL AND HANSON TO CONDUCT RENEWABLE DIESEL TRIAL

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MPOL HAS ANNOUNCED it will conduct a renewable diesel trial, with building and construction materials company Hanson confirmed as its first customer partner.

Ampol says the trial will allow it to get a practical understanding of the customer demand and market feasibility of renewable diesel – fuel made from biomass sources – in Australia. The company will supply Hanson with a blend consisting of 20 per cent renewable diesel and 80 per

cent ultra-low sulphur diesel in addition to its Ampol Amplify additives.

The announcement of the renewable diesel trial follows Ampol's recent partnership with Japan's largest oil company, ENEOS, to explore the production of renewable fuels at its Lytton refinery in Brisbane.

The trial will start in the coming weeks and run for approximately two months, with an evaluation process to be executed prior to exploring a wider roll out to Ampol's broader customer base.

NSW GOV’T TO END EV REBATE AND SHIFT FOCUS TO INFRASTRUCTURE THE NSW GOVERNMENT is set to invest $260 million in EV infrastructure, but end rebates for EV purchases. The funding will underpin the rollout of a new NSW EV Strategy which the Government says will be developed in partnership with industry stakeholders, to boost investment in critical EV infrastructure.

As part of the package, rebates for EV purchases ($3000) and exemptions for stamp duties will cease on 1 January 2024. However, transitional arrangements are to be set that will ensure those who have purchased or placed a deposit on an eligible EV, and are awaiting delivery of the vehicle, will still be eligible, regardless of whether the vehicle has been delivered by that date.

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owning an EV. It will fund projects such as fast chargers on commuter routes, more kerbside chargers near apartment blocks, and upgraded grid capacity and charging hubs to support fleets.

A Road User Charge will commence from 1 July 2027 (or, if earlier, when battery EVs make up 30 per cent of new light vehicle registrations) and will apply to all zero and low emissions vehicles, including plug-in hybrids, registered for the first time or transferred from 1 January 2024.

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HEN ASKED TO consider classic cars of the 1960s, it’s quite likely that your mind will drift to thoughts of American muscle cars or sleek European sports machines. Iconic models such as the Ford Mustang, Dodge Charger, Pontiac GTO, Lamborghini Miura, Jaguar E-Type, and Ferrari 250 GTO all debuted in that decade, and all are genuine classics and legends of the age.

However, far removed from the competition being slugged out between the big American manufacturers and Europe’s best that produced such wonderful cars, Japan’s Toyota was cooking up something rather special. Something so special that it is now considered one of the world’s ultimate classic sports cars.

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THE 2000GT LOOKED WONDERFUL, WITH ITS LONG HOOD, SLEEK BODY, AND FASTBACK ROOFLINE - AS GOOD AS ANYTHING FROM THE ARTISAN WORKSHOPS OF EUROPE. By the mid-1960s, Toyota - which had established an automotive arm in the 1930s - was known primarily for producing reliable but utilitarian cars, and was seeking to expand its brand image and prove its engineering prowess on a global scale. The company envisioned creating a sports car that could rival the likes of Porsche, Jaguar, and Ferrari.

To achieve this ambitious goal Toyota collaborated with Yamaha, and the result of their work was exceptionally successful.

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THE DASHBOARD WAS A WORK OF ART - ELEGANTLY STYLED AND MADE FROM TOP-NOTCH MATERIALS. A WOOD VENEER DASH WAS USED IN SOME MODELS, WHICH ADDED A TOUCH OF SOPHISTICATION TO THE INTERIOR. The 2000GT looked wonderful, with its long hood, sleek body, and fastback roofline - as good as anything from the artisan workshops of Europe - and it was a sensation at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1965.

Underneath its gorgeous, sweeping

lines, the 2000GT had an X-frame chassis, rack-and-pinion steering, disc brakes all round, and double-wishbone suspension at each corner.

Its 112kW, 2-litre, inline six-cylinder engine – developed with Yamaha - sent power through a 5-speed manual or threespeed auto transmission to the rear wheels, and while such an engine may seem less than potent by today’s standards, the 2000GT proved itself a performance beast.

It proved its mettle on the track, earning a podium spot in the 1966 Japanese Grand Prix and setting numerous speed and endurance records at the Yatabe Test Track in Japan. These successes made it something special beyond its exterior aesthetic appeal.

On the inside, the two-seater 2000GT featured two sporty bucket seats upholstered in high-quality materials.

Early models were equipped with vinyl seats, while later versions featured leather upholstery. The dashboard was a work of art - elegantly styled and made from top-notch materials. A wood veneer dash was used in some models, which added a touch of sophistication to the interior. The dashboard housed a set of classic analogue gauges, including a large speedometer and tachometer, as well as auxiliary gauges for monitoring engine vitals like oil pressure and water temperature.

The 2000GT became available to the public in 1967 but only around 350 units were built. This limited production contributed to its exclusivity and desirability – something which was bolstered further by the car’s appearance in the James Bond film You Only Live Twice (in which it appeared as an open-top model, which was never actually available as a production option).

Today, decades after its production ceased, the Toyota 2000GT continues to captivate car enthusiasts and collectors. Its awesome design, outstanding performance, and popculture icon status assures it will continue to be a favourite.

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MG4 EV XPower

MG MOTOR UNLEASHES THE MG4 XPOWER

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G MOTOR AUSTRALIA has revealed the official pricing and specification of its new highperformance all-wheel-drive electric hatchback, confirming the new MG4 EV XPower will be its most powerful production car yet.

Priced at $59,990 (plus on-road costs), the range-topping MG4 XPower is underpinned by the MG4's Modular Scalable Platform

(MSP), and is equipped with a dual motor configuration that delivers up to 320kW of peak performance to all four wheels - via front (150kW) and rear (170kW) electric motors - and 600Nm of torque. There's also a new launch control feature, and this powerful set-up means some beefy performance numbers, with the XPower able to complete the 0-100km/h sprint time in 3.8 seconds.

THERE'S ALSO A NEW LAUNCH CONTROL FEATURE, AND THIS POWERFUL SET-UP MEANS SOME BEEFY PERFORMANCE NUMBERS, WITH THE XPOWER ABLE TO COMPLETE THE 0-100KM/H SPRINT TIME IN 3.8 SECONDS. Dynamic Cornering Control System will be available for the first time on an MG, featuring a locking electronic differential and Intelligent Motor Control to allow

torque vectoring between all four wheels.

Suspension upgrades feature recalibrated spring and damper tuning, stiffer anti-roll bars and sharper steering. MG says overall suspension stiffness has been increased by up to 25 per cent. There are ventilated 345mm discs on all four corners, with premium Bridgestone Turanza tyres fitted.

The XPower’s 64kWh battery is capable of recharging at up to 140kW, meaning a charge time of 26 minutes from 10 – 80 per cent using a 150kW DC rapid charger.

Exterior design and specification enhancements include orange "XPOWER' brake calipers, a two-tone black roof, new

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18-inch alloy wheels and polished trim accents, alongside an exclusive new Hunter Green colour option.

The MG4 XPower comes with the Pilot Active Safety Suite offering features such as Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collisioni Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Traffic Jam, Assit, Speed Assistance Warning, Blind Spot Detrection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Assist, and more.

"The MG4 XPower has supercar performance packed with features including launch control and a track mode inspired lap timer showing that a compact EV can be affordable, practical and spirited to drive,” said Peter Ciao, MG Motor Australia and New Zealand CEO. "We expect it will appeal to customers looking for a true performance car with plenty of technology and space to match.

The MG4 XPower EV also retains the generous safety equipment levels, as well as practical hatchback features, of the award-winning MG4 range."

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“THE MG4 XPOWER HAS SUPERCAR PERFORMANCE PACKED WITH FEATURES INCLUDING LAUNCH CONTROL AND A TRACK MODE INSPIRED LAP TIMER SHOWING THAT A COMPACT EV CAN BE AFFORDABLE, PRACTICAL AND SPIRITED TO DRIVE.”

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SUBARU BRZ TS MODEL BOUND FOR AUSTRALIA

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UBARU AUSTRALIA HAS confirmed the tS variant will join the model line-up in 2024.

Short for ‘tuned by STI’, the BRZ tS is a performance-focused variant that will include: • STI Tuned Suspension • Front and Rear Brembo Brakes • Bespoke 18-inch Dark Grey Metallic Alloy Wheels • Front and Rear tS badging • Red BRZ Logo integrated into the Front Headlights • Crystal Black Door Mirrors and Shark Fin Antenna • Bordeaux and Black Ultrasuede and Leather Accented Interior with STI Embossed Front Seats

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• STI Red Push Start Button • Exclusive Instrument Cluster with STI Logo and Bordeaux Highlights The tS variant will have the lightweight, rear-wheel drive platform of the BRZ, and Subaru’s EyeSight safety technology will also be introduced to manual transmission BRZ models for the first time in 2024, offering a comprehensive suite of driver assistance features.

"The BRZ is a fantastic all-round package and the Subaru engineers have now gone one step further with the tS variants handling, performance and design,” said Blair Read, Managing Director at Subaru Australia. “The engineering attention to detail is what makes the BRZ the complete drivers’ package.”

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TOYOTA REFRESHES GR PERFORMANCE CAR RANGE

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OYOTA AUSTRALIA IS boosting the safety credentials of its GR86 performance coupe, adding important active safety features to manual grades while bringing additional performance upgrades to the flagship GTS. Versions equipped with the six-speed manual transmission will now include autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with leading vehicle notice offered on automatic grades. A new optional Performance Pack on GTS grades offers upgrades to suspension and brakes.

Along with AEB and LDA, GR86 manual grades will also gain automatic high beam.

The flagship GR86 GTS grade will now be available with an optional Dynamic Performance Pack which adds ZF Sachs sports shock absorbers. The Dynamic

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THE FLAGSHIP GR86 GTS GRADE WILL NOW BE AVAILABLE WITH AN OPTIONAL DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE PACK WHICH ADDS ZF SACHS SPORTS SHOCK ABSORBERS. Performance Pack also upgrades the GR86’s brakes with new red Brembo four-piston front callipers and two-piston rear callipers.

New colour options have been added to the GR range, with the GR Supra performance coupe now available in Plasma Orange, which replaces Silverstone Yellow in the colour line-up.

The GR Corolla hot hatch is also now available in the Eclectic Blue hue, paired with contrast blue stitching for the interior trim elements.

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SUBARU AUSTRALIA SHOWCASE ADVENTUREREADY CROSSTREK CONCEPT

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Subaru Boost Gear Crosstrek concept

UBARU AUSTRALIA HAS unveiled an off-roadoriented concept of the Subaru Crosstrek compact SUV, with the Boost Gear Crosstrek concept featuring an array of enhancements and accessories.

Features include all-terrain tyres and a suspension lift kit, while the concept also boasts a distinctive matte wrap and hood decal, front and rear under guard, complemented by scratch-resistant paint on select external surfaces.

Off-road accessory wheels, rallystyle mud flaps, and additional fog lamps are also added, as are signature ‘Subaru Boost Gear Crosstrek concept’ turquoise accents.

Subaru says a major focus has been placed on user functionality and the integration of user-friendly features.

These include alloy side steps, a rubber bonnet protector and rubber lamp protector that conveniently serves as a support for bikes or skis, side cladding that transforms into a tool holder, a magnetic rear quarter tool or phone holder, a front wide fender providing a more rugged appearance and a bar function which can hold an action camera.

Additional features include a shade awning and storage platform by RhinoRack fitted with an LED light bar and LED lights mounted in the front grille.

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AUDI RS 6 AVANT PERFORMANCE AND AUDI RS 7 SPORTBACK PERFORMANCE HEADED TO AUSTRALIA

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UDI AUSTRALIA HAS revealed pricing and specification for the new RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback performance.

The performance pair are both more potent and faster than their predecessors, packing an almighty punch, and both will be available soon in showrooms.

The duo are the peak of the combustion RS range with the heart of both machines a potent 4-litre V8 biturbo TFSI engine with power increased from 441kW to 463kW and torque upped from 800Nm to 850Nm compared to their non-performance predecessors. The sprint to 100km/h can now be done in a very swift 3.4 seconds.

A 48-volt mild-hybrid electrical system can recover power while coasting or under light throttle, while the start/stop system also draws on the 48-volt electrical

Audi RS 7 Sportback performance

system and functions at speeds up to 22 km/h. There’s also cylinder on demand (COD) technology that can shut down four cylinders under light throttle load.

Power from the engine flows through a standard eight-speed tiptronic with faster shifting times to the permanent all-wheel drive quattro. The self-locking centre differential is also lighter and more compact which, Audi says, improves driving dynamics and offers more precise cornering.

The Audi drive select dynamic handling system lets the driver control the vehicle’s character via six profiles: efficiency, comfort, auto, and dynamic, and two customisable RS-specific RS 1 and RS 2 modes.

The RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback performance retain the same level of specification as the existing

RS 6 interior models, with the addition of a special wheel and tyre package. In addition to the engine upgrades, the duo gets 22-inch gloss silver and black metallic alloy wheels in 5-Y-spoke design. The new lightweight wheel is around five kilograms lighter than the 22-inch aluminium wheel on the outgoing RS 6 Avant or RS 7 Sportback.

These new wheels are paired exclusively with a new specially developed ultra-highperformance Continental Sport Contact 7 285/30 tyre.

Two new exterior packages can be equipped - a matt grey exterior styling package, and a matt carbon black package that features several exterior carbon highlights. The exterior items altered in each package can include the look of the front spoiler, front side flaps, side sill inserts, rear diffuser insert, trim strips on the side windows, exterior mirror housings, roof rails (RS 6 Avant only), and Audi rings and exterior badging, depending on the styling package selected.

In the interior, the RS design packages

RS 7 interior in grey and red now include the colour blue. The steering wheel in Alcantara black features contrasting stitching in Mercato blue, whilst the floor mats, the side of the centre console, and the selector lever cuff also come with blue contrasting stitching.

The front and outer rear seat belts are fullsurface Ocean blue, while the selector lever knob and the side of the centre console are made with Dinamica microfibre, consisting of around 45 per cent recycled PET fibres.

Additionally, the sports seats feature Valcona leather upholstery perforated with contrasting honeycomb stitching and 3-stage heating and ventilation.

Several exterior paint options are available, with an Audi exclusive matt effect paint finish available at an extra cost and for the first time, Ascari Blue paint in both metallic and matt finish.

The Audi RS 6 Avant performance is available from $241,500, with the Audi RS 7 Sportback performance available from $248,500.

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CHERY REVEALS DETAILS OF THE INCOMING TIGGO 7 PRO SUV

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AVING MADE SOMETHING of a splash with the recently released Omoda 5 (see July’s Motor Trader for our review of that sleek SUV), Chinese manufacturer Chery is returning later this year with another model, the Tiggo 7 Pro. Set to launch into Australia in the fourth quarter of this year, the fiveChery Tiggo 7 Pro seat, family focused, mid-sized SUV will arrive in three grades — Urban, Elite and Ultimate AWD — with Chery confirming a competitive entry-level pricing of $39,990 driveaway.

All TIGGO 7 Pro models are powered by a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol engine, with the Euro VI-compliant unit delivering 137kW at 5500rpm and 275Nm at 2000rpm. Power is delivered through a seven-speed dualclutch automatic, with the TIGGO 7 Pro available in two- or all-wheel drive. Chery claims fuel use of 7-litres/100km on the take their hands off the wheel.

Safety and driver assistance tech combined cycle. includes 8 airbags, 17 Chery smart The TIGGO 7 Pro measures 4513mm in driver assistance systems and automatic length, 1862mm in width and 1696mm in height, with a 2670mm wheelbase. The five- emergency braking. All this is backed seat SUV delivers 626 litres of luggage space, with a 7-year unlimited km warranty, 7-year capped price servicing and up to or 1672 litres with the rear seats folded flat.

7 years of roadside assistance.

Plenty of equipment and features are available on all variants. There’s a 12.3-inch twin-screen digital dash, featuring wireless FEATURES OF THE CHERY TIGGO 7 VARIANTS Apple CarPlay and Android Auto; wireless URBAN: $39,990 drive-away device charging; and an eight-speaker Sony • LED exterior lighting stereo system. Chery’s "Hello Chery” voice- • 18-inch alloy wheels control feature allows drivers to operate • Full-size spare key functions, such as making phone calls • Eight air bags • 18 advanced driver aid systems or changing the music, without having to

ALL TIGGO 7 PRO MODELS ARE POWERED

BY A 1.6-LITRE TURBO-PETROL ENGINE, WITH THE EURO VI-COMPLIANT UNIT DELIVERING 137KW AT 5500RPM AND 275NM AT 2000RPM.

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• Driver monitoring system • Artificial leather seats • Heated front seats • Dual-zone automatic climate control • Panoramic sunroof • Wireless phone charger • Multi-colour ambient lighting • Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto • Dual 12.3-inch Instrument and Multimedia screens • 8-speaker SONY sound system • GPS satellite navigation • Intelligent voice command (hello Chery) ELITE: $41,990 drive-away (Adds or replaces) • 360-degree camera • Auto-folding mirrors • Power tailgate • Light-up sill covers • Optional black roof • Air quality management system • Negative ion air freshener • Cargo blind ULTIMATE AWD: $45,990 drive-away (Adds or replaces) • All-wheel drive • 19-inch alloy wheels • Six drive modes (Eco/Sport/Normal/ Snow/Mud/Off-road) • Red front brake callipers • Memory mirrors • Auto-dimming rearview mirror • Ventilated front seats • Memory driver’s seat “The TIGGO 7 Pro is an effortlessly impressive vehicle that combines style, space, and safety to deliver a medium SUV that will prove the perfect fit for Australian families,” said Andy Zhang, Managing Director, Chery Australia.

“Chery’s TIGGO family of vehicles has recorded over three million sales in more than 80 countries to date, and I’m thrilled to welcome the first to Australia in the shape of the impressive TIGGO 7 Pro.” October 2023 Motor Trader | 49

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TOYOTA HILUX GR SPORT FLAGSHIP LANDS IN AUSTRALIA

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OYOTA’S NEW FLAGSHIP HiLux variant, the GR Sport, has arrived in Australia.

Available from $73,990 (plus on road costs), the GR Sport is more than just a series of visual upgrades. Performance enhancements start with an increase in maximum outputs for the 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine, with a 10 per cent increase in power and torque to produce 165kW/550Nm. Toyota says the six-speed automatic transmission has also been recalibrated to optimise the GR Sport’s increased engine outputs.

GR Sport gains the same track width increase as the HiLux Rogue, growing by 135mm at the front and 155mm at the rear, along with a 15mm increase in ride height compared with the core HiLux range.

The GR Sport’s suspension is augmented

HiLux GR Sport

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PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS START WITH AN INCREASE IN MAXIMUM OUTPUTS FOR THE 2.8-LITRE TURBODIESEL ENGINE, WITH A 10 PER CENT INCREASE IN POWER AND TORQUE TO PRODUCE 165KW/550NM. with the fitment of special KYB monotube shock absorbers tuned specifically for the vehicle, as well as the removal of the rear stabiliser bar providing increased suspension travel.

265/65R17 Bridgestone Dueler all-terrain tyres are wrapped around unique gloss black 17-inch alloy wheels.

The GR Sport delivers a 3,500kg braked

towing capacity and has towbar with towball and seven-pin trailer wiring harness.

To support off-road capability, the GR Sport is fitted with a Dakar-inspired front skid plate, steel rock rails and a pair of red-painted rear recovery points.

The upgraded parts support a series of visual upgrades starting with a unique blacked-out front grille with ‘TOYOTA’ lettering and wide-track front bumper with a silver lower moulding.

New dark grey overfenders help house the increased wheel track, while there’s also black badging, door handles and exterior mirrors. The four-wheel ventilated disc brakes are painted in a red finish with GR logos.

Upgrades inside see seats upholstered in a blend of leather-accented and perforated

suede trim, with silver accents for the perforated suede and grey stitching. Red seatbelts provide sporty accents.

The steering wheel features a leatheraccented wrap with red centre mark, GR logo and paddle shifters, with a unique visual treatment also applied to the shift lever.

Aluminium pedals pair with the new ‘Technical Mesh’ trim applied to the dashboard and doors and there’s a ninespeaker JBL premium audio system.

The GR Sport offers all the active safety technologies found on the HiLux Rogue.

The HiLux GR Sport will be offered with Glacier White, Frosted White, Silver Sky (Stunning Silver from late 2023), Eclipse Black and Feverish Red finishes, with Glacier White, Frosted White and Feverish Red able to be paired with a two-tone black roof.

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FORD PLUG-IN HYBRID RANGER DUE IN 2025

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PLUG-IN HYBRID VERSION of the Ford Ranger will be available from early 2025.

Ford says the Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will deliver more torque than any other Ranger, with power coming from a 2.3-litre Ford EcoBoost turbo petrol engine paired with an electric motor and rechargeable battery system. It can be driven in pure electric mode for more than 45km without.

Ford reckons this ability will be of particularly useful for Australian

“THE RANGER PLUG-IN HYBRID IS A BEST-OF-BOTH-WORLDS SOLUTION FOR WORK, PLAY, AND FAMILY . . .” customers, with the company claiming more than half of Ranger owners travel 40km or less per day.

The targeted maximum braked towing capacity of the Ranger Plug-In Hybrid is 3,500kg - the same

as the rest of the Ranger line-up.

Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will also feature Pro Power Onboard, enabling customers to power their tools and appliances on a worksite or remote campsite by plugging them into power outlets embedded in both the cargo bed and the cabin.

The 4WD Ranger Plug-In Hybrid

also comes equipped with selectable drive modes and advanced driver safety and driver assist features.

“The Ranger Plug-in Hybrid is a best-of-both-worlds solution for work, play, and family – offering customers zero-tailpipe emissions EV driving for short trips, or hybrid performance that delivers incredible on- and off-road performance,” said Andrew Birkic, President and CEO, Ford Australia and New Zealand.

“Ranger Plug-In Hybrid will bring all of the towing and payload capability our Australian customers expect of Ranger, and with Pro Power Onboard for the first time, Ranger owners will have power for both work and play.”

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LOTUS REVEALS EMEYA ELECTRIC HYPER-GT

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OTUS HAS TAKEN another step towards producing a range of luxury performance electric vehicles with the unveiling of the Emeya, a four-door ‘hyper-GT’.

A number of spec levels will be available for the Emeya and Lotus released details for the top model. They are, not surprisingly, pretty spectacular, with a high-power dual motor set-up delivering 675kW and up to 985Nm, a 0-100km/h sprint time under 2.8 seconds, and a top speed of 250km/h. A two-speed transmission and that dual-motor configuration works in tandem with a race-grade braking system.

A 102kWh battery pack will, the company said, give the Emaya a range that is expected to be ‘broadly similar to that of the Eletre’, the company’s all-electric SUV that boasts a 112kWh battery pack and a 600km range (WLTP). Charging via a

Lotus Emeya

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PERFORMANCE IS AT THE HEART OF LOTUS, AND THERE IS PLENTY GOING ON HERE TO MAKE SURE EMEYA PROVIDES THE EXPERIENCE A LOTUS OWNER WOULD EXPECT. 350Kw DC fast charger will see 150km added in to the Emeya in around five minutes and boost range up to 80 per cent within 18 minutes.

Performance is at the heart of Lotus, and there is plenty going on here to make sure Emeya provides the experience a Lotus owner would expect. A host of active aerodynamic features – including an active front grille, an active air dam, active rear diffuser and active rear spoiler – all aid in reducing drag, increase efficiency, and

enhance stability and handling.

There’s an electronically controlled air suspension system capable of ‘feeling the road 1000 times a second’, to make for a more comfortable drive.

On the inside, the Emeya is all premium and includes the use of materials such as PVD Aluminium, Alcantara, Ultrafabrics PU and Nappa leather, as well as a new luxury thread that repurposes cotton scraps from the fashion and garment industries.

Technology here is bound to be

top-notch too, with a suite of intelligent and advanced features to aid in a safer and assured drive. Lotus says that performance drivers can quickly access crucial external environment details using a 55-inch projected augmented reality (AR) head-up display (HUD). It combines real-time road information with navigation and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) data, displaying turn signals, obstacle warnings, lane departure, forward collision alerts and blind-spot monitoring.

Production for the Emeya is slated to begin in 2024 with more details, including pricing, to be announced at a later date.

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NISSAN PATROL WARRIOR BY PREMCAR READY FOR ACTION

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ISSAN HAS UNLEASHED the Patrol Warrior by Premcar, with the development and engineering company following up on its Navara Warrior models for Nissan to create another flagship 4WD. The new addition to the Patrol line-up delivers key mechanical upgrades, as well as interior and exterior changes. Nissan claims the new variant delivers enhanced capability through, amongst other things, increased ground clearance, larger allterrain tyres and key improvements to its suspension and GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass); Road presence via a refreshed exterior styling and expanded dimensions along with an interior finished in black gloss and Alcantara trim with Warrior embossing; and a new bi-modal exhaust system.

BASED ON THE NISSAN PATROL TI, STANDARD FEATURES ARE PLENTIFUL, AND INCLUDE: • 5.6-litre V8 engine (298kW/560Nm)

• 7-speed automatic with Manual Mode and Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) • Rear Helical Limited Slip Differential • Hill Descent Control • Hill Start Assist • Off-road monitor • Front and rear parking sensors • Heated door mirrors with power adjustment/folding and integrated indicator lights • Audio system with CD/DVD, AM/FM radio, MP3 and USB / iPod connectivity with Bluetooth audio streaming • Satellite Navigation with 8-inch touch screen display • Traffic Monitoring System • Tri-zone climate control air conditioning • 8 seat capacity • 8-way power adjustable driver seat including height adjustment and lumbar support • Tyre Pressure Monitoring System • Hydraulic Body Motion Control

suspension (HBMC) • Intelligent Key with remote keyless entry • Intelligent Around-View Monitor with Moving Object Detection • Intelligent Emergency Braking • Intelligent Forward Collision Warning • Rear Cross Traffic Alert • Intelligent Cruise Control • Intelligent Lane Intervention

• Lane Departure Warning • Blind Spot Warning • Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention

THE PATROL WARRIOR BY PREMCAR ADDS OR REPLACES FEATURES WITH: • Unique wheel, tyre and suspension package — 50mm total lift • Re-engineered HBMC system & new front and rear springs, and rear bump stops • Towbar — redesigned to fit full size Warrior spare • 120kg GVM Upgrade • Unique 18-inch alloy wheels and All-Terrain tyres • 2.5mm thick steel Red Bash Plate • Black Exterior Highlights - grille and mirror Caps • Bi-modal exhaust • Black interior colour theme

Pricing for the Nissan Patrol Warrior by Premcar is $101,160 (MRSP), while the Ti variant on which it is based comes in at $84,900. The Ti-L model is $97,600.

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SKODA ENYAQ RS PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC CONFIRMED FOR AUSTRALIAN MARKET

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KODA AUSTRALIA WILL introduce the Enyaq battery electric vehicle (BEV) to Australia in July 2024.

The range will include the Enyaq 85 ( formerly the 80) and be topped by the latest Enyaq RS - the most powerful vehicle ever offered from the VW-owned, Czech brand.

The upgraded Enyaq RS debuts in Europe in both five-door SUV and SUV Coupe body styles with the 82kWh battery, dual-motor, all-wheeldrive set-up delivering 250kW, a driving range of 547km (WLTP) and a 0-100km/h sprint time of 5.5 seconds.

The Enyaq 85 brings 210kW of power, with up to 576km of driving range (WLTP) on a single charge, rear-wheel drive and a 0-100km/h time of 6.7sec.

Skoda says the upgraded Enyaq boasts more advanced electric motors, batteries and thermal management - such as the ability to pre-heat the battery – and deliver

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an increased charging speed and better overall driving experience. Charging for both models offers a peak capacity of up to 175kW, allowing a recharge time from 10 to 80 per cent to 28 minutes.

Skoda adds that the Enyaq for Australia will also include software version 4.0 that brings a completely redesigned user interface with a more intuitive design that makes it easier to control the car's functions. The virtual instrument panel and head-up display also receive new graphics, and the voice assistant is improved.

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HE NEW VEHICLE market recorded 110,702 sales in September, representing an increase of 18.3 per cent on the same month in 2022 and setting a new September record.

Sales across every State and Territory increased with Queensland marking a rise of 13.5 per cent (23,415 sales).

Sales in the Australian Capital Territory were up 20.6 per cent (1,806); New South Wales 24.3 per cent (35,968); South Australia 11.2 per cent Toyota RAV4 (6,676); Tasmania 21.0 per cent (1,972); Victoria 16.0 per cent (29,426); Western Australia 22.4 per cent (10,577) and Northern Territory 3.6 per cent (862).

Toyota was the highest selling marque with 20,912 sales. Mazda followed with 8,031 then Ford (8,015), Kia (7,303) and Hyundai (6,217).

The Toyota Hi-Lux was the top selling vehicle recording 5,776 sales. It was followed by Ford Ranger (5,429), Tesla Model Y (3,811), Isuzu Ute D-Max (2,885) and Toyota RAV4 (2,798).

Sales of SUVs and Light Commercial vehicles made up 79.4 per cent of sales with Passenger vehicles making up 16.8 per cent.

Battery electric vehicles accounted for 8 per cent of sales, while electrified vehicles (battery electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid) recorded 18.3 per cent of sales.

“The record result shows that Australian car buyers value a broad choice of vehicles

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SALES OF SUVs AND LIGHT COMMERCIAL VEHICLES MADE UP 79.4 PER CENT OF SALES WITH PASSENGER VEHICLES MAKING UP 16.8 PER CENT. in a range of price brackets that suit the family or business budget,” said Tony Weber, FCAI Chief Executive.

“Consumers have a choice of vehicles across 20 light vehicle segments – from small passenger cars through to larger utes – confirming Australia’s position as one of the most open and competitive new vehicle markets in the world.

“Our advice is that the supply of vehicles into Australia, including electric vehicles, continues to improve so those consumers who want to buy a new vehicle should visit a dealer or manufacturer.”

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RADICAL CHANGE? MORE FAIR CRIMINALISING ‘WAGE THEFT’ The Bill seeks to criminalise the deliberate underpayment WORK LEGISLATION AMENDMENTS of workers.

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HE ALBANESE GOVERNMENT has introduced the second tranche of significant reforms to the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill 2023 (Bill). If fully implemented in its current form, the Bill will significantly affect the way businesses, employees and workers engage with each other.

MTA Queensland Members have been surveyed to gauge how these changes may affect their operations to inform the various committees consulting about these changes.

Some of the key areas that will affect our sector are outlined below. There is already significant commentary and suggestions for amendments from various sectors. These are expected to be implemented early 2024.

AMENDING THE DEFINITION OF CASUAL WORKERS

The Bill proposes an amended definition of ‘casual worker’ which considers the ‘totality’ of the employment relationship so that the test as to determining who is a casual worker is broader and less reliant on the specific terms of the contract.

REVERTING TO THE ‘OLD’ MEANING OF ‘EMPLOYMENT’

employees, this will now attract harsher, criminal offences.

Critics have raised concerns about the drafting of this part as it may catch inadvertent short-changing. If convicted, individuals can face a maximum of 10 years imprisonment and corporations could incur a maximum fine of $7.8 million.

INDUSTRIAL MANSLAUGHTER

The Bill introduces a new offence of industrial manslaughter under the federal Work Health and Safety Act 2011 where the gross negligence or recklessness of a duty holder leads to a workplace death. Individuals convicted of the offence can face a maximum of 25 years imprisonment, and body corporates can face a maximum fine of $18 million.

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There are few exemptions for small business in these proposals. The development of a Voluntary Small Business Wage Compliance Code may relieve some concerns.

As the Bill makes its way through federal parliament, MTA Queensland will provide updates.

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HIS MONTH WE’VE had the privilege of interviewing some of our future leaders as part of the MTA Institute’s Apprentice of the Year awards, with the announcement of the winner scheduled for the 11th of November at the MTA Queensland 2023 Industry Award Gala. I must say we’re in good hands and the calibre of this year’s nominees is impressive. MTA Institute runs apprentice of the month awards and, combined, they form the 12 nominees for the annual award. We wish all of them the best of luck and, in our eyes, they’re already winners.

On a personal note, I’m not going to lie about being pretty excited to tick one thing off the bucket list by attending this year’s 2023 SEMA event in November.

I was scheduled to go in 2020, however the pandemic put a hard stop on those plans. I’d like to thank the Queensland Overseas Foundation for awarding me the bursary to undertake this professional development and knowledge exchange opportunity. I’ll happily report on what I

“MTA INSTITUTE RUNS APPRENTICE OF THE MONTH AWARDS, AND COMBINED THEY FORM THE 12 NOMINEES FOR THE ANNUAL AWARD. WE WISH ALL OF THEM THE BEST OF LUCK AND, IN OUR EYES, THEY’RE ALREADY WINNERS.” gleaned from my trip in future segments.

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WHY IS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY IMPORTANT? WHY SHOULD I EMBRACE IT?

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REATING A DIVERSE workforce isn’t just about giving someone from a traditionally underutilised background a go, it makes great business sense too. Creating inclusive workplaces that value diversity DANIEL NICHOLSON will unlock opportunities for INDUSTRY WORKFORCE you to be successful.

ADVISOR Some businesses are already well on the way to increasing diversity in their workplace and they are reaping the rewards. They understand that thinking differently about their workforce and broadening their approach to recruitment helps them to fill difficult job vacancies and helps them to retain workers.

Diversity support businesses as it promotes: • better business performance and productivity from employees • more creativity and innovative thinking among staff • improved staff health and wellbeing • lower risk of discrimination and harassment in the workplace.

Having people from different backgrounds in your workplace can help drive business success. In this short article I will provide a few things to think about in respect to each underutilised cohort that could help you to “have a go’’ at employing someone from a group you may have previously overlooked.

EMPLOYING WOMEN

Businesses that employ women report that women make more supportive bosses and that these workplaces have: • stronger business and economic results • greater job satisfaction for all employees • increased employee retention • improved creativity and company status

EMPLOYING FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE

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helping the business make more considered, thoughtful choices as well as bettering relationships with suppliers and customers from different cultural backgrounds.

EMPLOYING PEOPLE FROM CULTURALLY AND LINGUISTICALLY DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS

Business that employ people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds commonly report that having people from these backgrounds helps their businesses to: • understand Australia’s multicultural consumers • provide better customer service by using their language and cultural skills • provide access to new market segments and networks.

EMPLOYING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY

Businesses that employ people with disability report that employees with disability tend to: • take fewer days off, take less sick leave and stay in jobs for longer than other workers • have fewer compensation incidents and accidents at work compared to other workers • build strong relationships with customers • boost workplace morale and enhance teamwork.

EMPLOYING MATURE-AGED WORKERS

Employees that employ mature-aged people report that they help the business to: • look at the business operations from a different perspective • improve business processes • fill any skill or knowledge gaps • provide mentors for less experienced staff • train up other employees by sharing skills.

What this short article has identified, is that diversifying your workforce can bring plenty of benefits to your business!

If you’re interested in finding out more, get in touch with me, the Industry Workforce Advisor at MTA Queensland. I can work with you and your staff to put in place the planning and support structures you need to bring in new workers from all sorts of different backgrounds into your business.

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AYDO WIRIHANA IS the MTA Institute Apprentice of the Month for September 2023.

The New Zealand-born 19-year-old is about to finish the second year of his auto refinishing (spray painting) apprenticeship and has impressed both his employer and MTA Institute trainer with his ability, work ethic, and passion for the work. He is, his employer said, reliable, enthusiastic, skilled, takes pride in his job, and is a natural talent.

Just a few years ago, however, being an automotive painter was not something that Kaydo was necessarily thinking about as a career. While at school, his mum suggested he look for work and reached out to Lowry’s to set up a bit of work experience.

“I thought it looked pretty cool and tried it out,” said Kaydo. “They’re all really friendly here, and I did one week of work experience, and when the week ended they asked me to come back the next week. I kept on going and before you know it, I was working here.”

A short time later and Kaydo was an employee and had started his apprenticeship. And he hasn’t looked back, proving to be a gifted painter and using his blossoming skills to help the Lowry’s team repair, to factory condition, a diverse range of vehicles that come through the workshop.

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“We do a lot of insurance work, and we work on any make or model apart from motorbikes and trucks,” said Kaydo. “And I am doing pretty much any paint job now apart from the flash, multi-layer pearl jobs – I have to go down to do a course in Brisbane with PPG to learn some of that.”

The work, and the team with whom he does that work, makes the job of painting a really enjoyable experience he added. And seeing the finished product – a damaged vehicle returned to pristine condition – is really satisfying.

“The blokes I work with are heaps of fun, and we get a lot of work done,” he said.

“And It is pretty cool to see a bush-bashed HiLux go out looking like new! We get a few of those.”

From the beginning of his apprenticeship, Kaydon has been doing his training with the MTA Institute, and has been, according to his trainer Keiran Charters, exceling in ever requirement.

“He is a good listener, and when I am teaching him something he listens intently, asks questions, and shows a passion for the trade,” said Keiran. “He always completes his work for when I get there and, all-in-all, he’s a great bloke and it’s a pleasure to go and visit and work with him.”

While just 19, and still with a couple of years to go until he has completed his qualification, Kaydo’s ambition is simple and direct – to CLICK be good at his job, be TO VISIT THE LOWRY’S AUTO successful and, perhaps, to BODY REPAIRS FACEBOOK PAGE one day run his own shop.

We are sure he’ll make it.

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• Do yo u have a hi g h- a chi ev i n g ap p rent ice co lle a g u e?

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MTA INSTITUTE’S LATEST GRADUATES THE MTA INSTITUTE is the largest independent provider of automotive apprenticeships and training in Queensland and it is always a proud moment when its

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It's a fantastic achievement!

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Motor Trader’s Christmas Gift Guide ❶ AUTO COLLECTION WHEELS

24-PIECE TOOL SET

This is kind of cool – a 24-piece tool set that’ll help you be prepared for those minor emergencies, with all the tools packed into a neat, wheel-shaped case. Included here are 1 Long Nose Pliers, 1 Screwdriver Handle, 1 Extension Bar, 5 Sockets, 3 Hex Keys, 2 Precision Screwdrivers, 1m Measuring Tape & 10 Screwdriver Adapters. The kit dimensions are 16cm x 15cm x 6cm.

Price: $24.99 Available from Yellow Octopus

❷ NEW CAR SCENTED CANDLE TIN Love that new car smell? Well, here’s something a bit fun - a candle that gives off that new-car scent.

We wouldn't recommend burning it in your old junker, but you can light it while you browse the latest Ferraris and Lambos in the comfort of your home. The candle comes in a compact travel tin and gets you about 20 hours of that brand new car aroma. A fun gift, perhaps, for that mate with expensive tastes but low funds!

Price: $19.99 Available from Yellow Octopus

❸ ROCKET FUEL (COFFEE BEANS /

TIN 250g)

You may think this looks like an ordinary can of fuel, but this cool can is packed with a mix

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of Brazilian, Guatemalan, and Colombian premium beans.

Guaranteed to fire up your engines in the morning.

Price: $30 (approx.)

Available from Five And Dime

❹ VINTAGE 4X4 KEYRING For the 4x4 enthusiast, here’s a three-dimensional vintage green keyring cast in metal and hand enamelled. A cool little present this one. which is 11cm long and comes presented in a branded “At home in the country” gift box.

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Price: $18 (approx.)

Available from At Home In The Country

❺ DELOREAN MODEL KIT /

METAL EARTH

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It's a titan of pop culture and an icon among vehicles. Build a model of Doc's DeLorean from Back to the Future. This makeyour-own model kit includes two-and-a-half sheets of little metal pieces for you to craft your own model of this iconic car.

It's a project that should keep you busy for hours.

Assembled measurements: 8.9 x 3.2 x 2.9cm Ages: 14 and older. Tweezers recommended (not included) for easy assembly. No glue required.

Price: $24.99 Available from Yellow Octopus

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T LAST MONTH’S Munich motor show, Cupra, the performance offshoot of Spanish brand Seat that is now part of the Volkswagen Group, revealed this astonishing vehicle, dubbed the DarkRebel.

A sharp-looking, pure electric twoseat sports car with a shooting-brake style, the DarkRebel’s design was helped along, Cupra says, by 270,000 vehicle 'configurations' – from the ‘Cupra Tribe’ of ambassadors and customers – using the brand’s online Hyper Configurator. The result is pretty special.

Boasting a pair of scissor doors and a wicked mercury-like exterior colour, Cupra CEO Wayne Griffith said at the cars unveiling

THE ANGULAR, SHARP-EDGED BODY OF THE DARKREBEL SITS ON WHEELS WITH A DESIGN INFLUENCED BY THE BRAND’S RACING CARS . . . that the concept “. . . is a rebel with a purpose: to prove that electric cars in the future can be sporty, sexy, and emotional.”

The angular, sharp-edged body of the DarkRebel sits on wheels with a design influenced by the brand’s racing cars with the triangular shaped Cupra logo expanded through the whole wheel, from the structure to the aero covers and copper parts.

Key to the interior is a 3D-printed metal central spine which emerges from

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between the base of the two seats and extends forward. The shifter, made from a transparent material that illuminates, can be found here. Lighting is an important component of the car, and is set up to flow through the front of the cabin, below the windshield, and emerge from the sides of the seats. The seat backs are crowned with light too, and the steering wheel, which

combines elements from the world of racing and the world of gaming, also has lighting effects.

The Supersport bucket seats have headrests supported by a structure made from transparent material and copper inserts. Sustainable materials made from 90 per cent biodegradable bamboo are used in the interior.

Technology includes a thermal camera that monitors the condition of the cabin and an intelligent climate control system that adjusts the temperature and airflows accordingly with the air exiting through gills located under the windscreen.

The DarkRebel's User Experience/User Interface offers three unique experiences: Exponential Square, Exponential Cube, and Exponential Infinite: Exponential Square: amplifies the

experience through a modern digital cockpit, with futuristic graphics as well as a 3D customisable avatar.

Exponential Cube: the vehicle embraces its racing DNA, taking inspiration from the high-performance racing cars and the gaming world with real-time racetrack positioning, lap timing, and performance data.

Exponential Infinite: offers a new connected mobility experience. While the car is parked and charging, users can enter Metahype, Cupra’s space in the metaverse.

The car offers users the opportunity to interact with the Capra Tribe.

While Cupra did not reveal what system was powering the DarkRebel, reports suggest a production version would share a powertrain system sourced from inside the VW Group – perhaps the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) – a platform

“THE CUPRA DARKREBEL REPRESENTS ALL OF THE BRAND’S DNA AND VALUES. WITH WIDER SHOULDERS, A LONG BONNET AND LOWER CABIN, IT IS FOCUSED ON THE DRIVER.” developed by VW Group brands Audi and Porsche.

“The Cupra DarkRebel represents all of the brand’s DNA and values. With wider shoulders, a long bonnet and lower cabin, it is focused on the driver,” said Jorge Diez, Cupra Design Director. “The Cupra Dark Rebel is designed to enter a new dimension where desire, emotion and pushing without limits are our obsession.”

MTA INSTITUTE

ACCREDITED COURSES

RTO No: 31529

Accredited courses are nationally recognised and lead to a formal Vocational Education and Training qualification being issued.

AUTO READY

BATTERY ELECTRIC AND HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES COURSE

TO BE ADVISED

6 - 8 November

AIR CONDITIONING COURSE 15 - 17 November

SALES/DEALERS/WRECKERS LICENCING COURSES AVAILABLE ONLINE

AUTOMOTIVE VOCATIONAL PREPARATION COURSE TO BE ADVISED

COMMENCES ON ENROLMENT

Enquiries to: courses@mtai.edu.au Website www.mtai.edu.au

MTA QUEENSLAND

NON-ACCREDITED COURSES Non-Accredited courses equip the learner with specific knowledge and skills but do not lead towards a recognised qualification.

MIG WELDING FUNDAMENTALS COURSE TO BE ADVISED

POST-TRADE TRAINING AVAILABLE ONLINE

ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS COURSES AWARENESS COURSE TO BE ADVISED

VEHICLE GLASS COURSE

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE COURSE

TO BE ADVISED

TECHNICIAN COURSE TO BE ADVISED

TO BE ADVISED

*Course dates subject to change

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Enquiries to: courses@mtaq.com.au Website www.mtaq.com.au

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